Fundraiser & Light Art Exhibition
October 20 & 21, 2023
October 20 & 21, 2023
A Celebration of Light
Unite to Light the Night is a fundraiser and light art exhibition celebrating the power of light. This annual fundraiser has taken shape as a light art exhibition merging art, community, and social impact into immersive experiences over two evenings.
The exhibition is a way to showcase light as not only an essential aspect of life, but also a creative medium that can bring people together. The goal is to share and support the impact of Unite to Light’s mission to bring light and power to the nearly one billion people who live without light at night. This exhibition also provides an annual opportunity for local artists to experiment with light and explore our relationship with light and energy. We're excited to return to The Community Arts Workshop in Santa Barbara.
The exhibition is a way to showcase light as not only an essential aspect of life, but also a creative medium that can bring people together. The goal is to share and support the impact of Unite to Light’s mission to bring light and power to the nearly one billion people who live without light at night. This exhibition also provides an annual opportunity for local artists to experiment with light and explore our relationship with light and energy. We're excited to return to The Community Arts Workshop in Santa Barbara.
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GLOW GALA
Friday, October 20, 2023 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm 
Elevated black tie affair
Santa Barbara’s premier social event Opening night of the exhibition VIP guest list limited to 75 people Craft cocktails and fine food Guided art tour with artists |
BRIGHT BASH
Saturday, October 21, 2023 6 pm - Midnight 
Community gathering and party
Moderated Artist Talk Art workshops for youth and adults Onsite eats and drinks Open bar for VIP ticket holders Music DJs and performers |
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Congratulations to our selected artists! This year’s artists are coming together to bring attention to the power of light, representing both established and emerging artists of various disciplines. Over 30 artworks from 26 artists will be featured including interactive light installations you can step into, installations of homes without electricity, an altar displaying the stories of individuals affected by Unite to Light, live performances, and so much more. Head to our Exhibition Page to meet this year’s selected artists.
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Call for Sponsors is Open! Unite to Light envisions a world where every person has access to clean, affordable light and energy. We provide low cost solar lighting and energy to people living without electricity to improve global health, education, prosperity, and fight climate change. Unite to Light the Night aims to bring awareness and funding to our cause. Whether your goal is giving back to the community, offering your employees an unforgettable experience, or making the most of your marketing dollar, we'll help you connect with our guests in a meaningful way. Please support our event and our local creative community.
Sponsorship opportunities are available now. Contact Megan at [email protected] |
Event Venue & Exhibition Space
Unite to Light the Night fundraiser and light art exhibition will be hosted at The Community Arts Workshop, a project of the Santa Barbara Arts Collaborative and a nonprofit committed to sustaining and growing all forms of the arts in Santa Barbara. Located at 613 Garden Street.
2023 SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Interested in sponsoring our 2023 event or would like to learn more? Contact us by emailing [email protected]
2023 EVENT SPONSORS
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Wendy & Larry Barels
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Dawn Mitcham
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EVENT COMMITTEE
Kate Kubiak, Event Producer, Vesper Post
Adrienne De Guevara, Exhibition Curator
Sarah Dildine, Exhibition Director
Kym Cochran, The Environment Makers
Jon Smith, The Environment Makers
Courtney Hamilton, Advisor, G'Knight Communications
Rachel Johnson, Advisor, SBCC Foundation
Michelle Weinman, Advisor, Fauver, Large, Archbald & Spray, LLP
Dawn Mitcham, Sponsorships
Ariel Bowers, Advisor
Wendy Barels
Dagny Dehlsen
Brita Womack
Adrienne De Guevara, Exhibition Curator
Sarah Dildine, Exhibition Director
Kym Cochran, The Environment Makers
Jon Smith, The Environment Makers
Courtney Hamilton, Advisor, G'Knight Communications
Rachel Johnson, Advisor, SBCC Foundation
Michelle Weinman, Advisor, Fauver, Large, Archbald & Spray, LLP
Dawn Mitcham, Sponsorships
Ariel Bowers, Advisor
Wendy Barels
Dagny Dehlsen
Brita Womack
EXHIBITION COMMITTEE
Kate Kubiak, Event Producer, Vesper Post
Sarah Dildine, Exhibition Director
Armando Ramos
Marco Pinter
Diane C. Mackenzie
Laura Ragan
Sarah Dildine, Exhibition Director
Armando Ramos
Marco Pinter
Diane C. Mackenzie
Laura Ragan
